| Acne |
No |
| Active substance |
Mercaptopurine |
| Also known as |
6-MP |
| Aromatization |
No |
| Blood pressure |
No direct effects on blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
6-Mercaptopurine |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 1.5 to 2.5 mg/kg/day for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), dose adjustments based on individual response and tolerance |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Helps to treat leukemia by interfering with DNA replication and cell division |
| Formula |
C5H4N4S |
| Half-life |
1.5 to 2.5 hours |
| HBR |
No |
| Hepatotoxicity |
No |
| Lab Test |
Blood counts and liver function tests are recommended regularly |
| Main action |
Inhibits DNA synthesis, used as an immunosuppressant and antineoplastic |
| Side effects |
Bone marrow suppression, liver toxicity, gastrointestinal upset, increased risk of infections |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture |
| Substance class |
Antimetabolite, Purine analog |
| Trade name |
Purinethol, 6-MP |
| Use in sports |
None, not used as a performance-enhancing drug |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 2 |
| Water Retention |
No |
| Manufacturer |
GSK |
